Controversial AfD Meeting Near Historic Nazi Site Draws Massive Demonstrations

The AfD convened its national conference close to a location historically linked to a major Nazi Party gathering held a century ago. Critics warned that the timing and venue carried symbolic weight, echoing Germany’s dark past. AfD spokesperson Jörg Becker rejected the accusations, stating the party would not tolerate a resurgence of fascism in Germany. Despite the denial, historians and opposition politicians highlighted the unsettling proximity to the 1920s Nazi rally ground.